12 Prediabetes Foods to Avoid—and Plenty More to Enjoy




 

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Best dessert: Dark chocolate-covered almonds

Dark chocolate is packed with health benefits, especially when compared to milk chocolate. In addition, nuts like almonds are full of healthy fats that are great for your health. In terms of weight control—important for people with prediabetes—individual treats (like chocolate-covered almonds) are great because you can eat them slowly, savor the sweet treat and keep portion sizes reasonable.

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Best Drink: Water

Water should be everyone’s staple beverage throughout the day, but it is particularly important for those with prediabetes. Increasing your water intake (at least 64 ounces per day) can help your body better manage blood sugars by keeping your cells and organs hydrated, but also, in a sense, diluting the blood so blood sugar concentration isn’t so high. Read more about the best and worst drinks for managing diabetes.




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